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Don鈥檛 Wait to Take Advantage of Everything Wildcat Life Has to Offer
As a new student at the 黄色电影, you might be wondering how to make friends and get involved on campus. Joining a club or student organization is one of the best ways you can put yourself out there and maximize your experience as a Wildcat.
The best news of all? The U of A offers听 to choose from, so you鈥檙e bound to find a few that fit your interests. From ballroom dance to roller derby, astronomy to pickleball, there鈥檚 something for everyone.
To help you get started, we鈥檝e rounded up a handful of the top options for first-year students.
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Looking to make your voice heard and give back to the Wildcat community? Consider joining ASUA, the university鈥檚 official student government. You鈥檒l get to influence university policies, volunteer in a number of ways, plan exciting campus events, run for leadership positions, and so much more.
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If you want to give your r茅sum茅 a boost, the Blue Chip Leadership Experience may be the perfect fit for you. Although it requires taking for-credit courses, it鈥檚 so much more than sitting in a classroom. Blue Chip gives you the chance to hone your leadership abilities through teamwork and collaboration, internships, and other professional experiences.
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The U of A is home to more than 50 fraternity and sorority organizations, which means there are many ways to find one that鈥檚 right for you. If you鈥檙e interested in learning more, check out our in-depth听Guide to Fraternities and Sororities.
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Passionate about plastic and other environmental topics? Check out Students for Sustainability, a group of students who are passionate about promoting sustainability on campus and in the community. You can also get involved with听, an award-winning food-scrap collection and composting program.
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Stay active and fuel your competitive side by joining a听 or听 through Campus Recreation. Choose from numerous options ranging from sports like basketball or tennis, or opt into niche offerings like dodgeball or e-sports.
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Discover welcoming communities and get involved with causes you care about at our Cultural and Resource Centers. Many students say they鈥檙e a 鈥渉ome away from home鈥 where you鈥檒l connect to resources and grow your network.
Still can鈥檛 find what you鈥檙e looking for?听
If you鈥檝e browsed the听 at the U of A and still can鈥檛 find what you鈥檙e looking for, you always have the option to start your own. You鈥檒l have to meet some requirements (including finding a club advisor) which are outlined in听.
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